2026 Summer Intern - Load and Weather Risk Analyst
Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)
Date: 1 day ago
City: Carmel, IN
Contract type: Full time

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MISO 2026 SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Ready to power up your future?
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science? Do you want to see your ideas make a real impact—helping MISO keep the lights on for 45 million people by driving innovations that boost system reliability, resilience, and performance, and tackling some of the most complex technical challenges in the energy industry?
If that sparks your interest, keep reading…
What You’ll Do As a MISO Intern
MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. Through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million customers. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely talented and dedicated team does every day. Plug into your future career. Apply today and help us keep the power flowing!
To learn more about MISO’s Internship Program, check out the following links:
Learn More about MISO's Internship Opportunities
Internship Experience Video
MISO, The Work We Do
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Apply Here!
#DiscoverMISO #MISOCareers #MISOenergy #MISOCommunity
MISO 2026 SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Ready to power up your future?
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science? Do you want to see your ideas make a real impact—helping MISO keep the lights on for 45 million people by driving innovations that boost system reliability, resilience, and performance, and tackling some of the most complex technical challenges in the energy industry?
If that sparks your interest, keep reading…
What You’ll Do As a MISO Intern
- Take on meaningful, high-impact projects that sharpen your technical skills and expand your career opportunities.
- Work side-by-side with your manager and mentor while connecting with a cross-departmental “buddy” to grow your network.
- Learn from industry experts during interactive lunch & learn sessions that showcase how every department contributes to MISO’s mission.
- Get involved beyond the desk: join in community service projects, social events, and networking opportunities with professionals who are passionate about what they do.
- Wrap up your summer with a spotlight presentation of your project findings and recommendations to department leaders and company executives.
- Development or enhancement of load probability forecasting models
- Identifying and building models that assess renewable generation risks (including ramp periods) using historical and real-time weather and load data
- Automating processes to improve accuracy and efficiency of load/weather risk forecasting
- Updating legacy tools and scripts for modern platforms and languages (e.g., Python, SQL)
- Conducting small-scale simulation projects tied to operational risk management
- Competitive pay plus housing assistance for qualified students.
- A collaborative, mission-driven culture where your contributions matter.
- An internship that blends technical challenge, professional development, and fun.
- An average of 40 hours per week on site in one of our three offices (IN, MN, AR).
- Potential to extend internship to part-time remote work during the school year.
- Are currently pursuing a degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science
- Have completed their core coursework and demonstrate an understanding in the material
- Have experience with Python, SQL, and data analytics
- Are familiar with interpreting weather models and knowledge of renewable and thermal generation resources, transmission grids, and energy distribution
- Are proactive, curious, and dependable in their approach to learning and problem-solving
- Embody MISO’s Core Values: Integrity, Commitment, Collaboration, Creativity, and Adaptability
MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. Through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million customers. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely talented and dedicated team does every day. Plug into your future career. Apply today and help us keep the power flowing!
To learn more about MISO’s Internship Program, check out the following links:
Learn More about MISO's Internship Opportunities
Internship Experience Video
MISO, The Work We Do
Follow Us on LinkedIn
Apply Here!
#DiscoverMISO #MISOCareers #MISOenergy #MISOCommunity
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